Susquehanna University Description:
Susquehanna University is a private liberal arts college located in the town of Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, about 50 miles from Harrisburg. Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York City are all about three hours away. The college is affiliated with the Lutheran Church, but students come from all backgrounds and beliefs. Students can choose from over 50 major programs, and the school boasts of a 13 to 1 student / faculty ratio. Business is by far the most popular field of study. High achieving students should look into Susquehanna's interdisciplinary Honors Program. In athletics, the Susquehanna Crusaders compete in the NCAA Division III Landmark Conference for most sports. Football competes in the Liberty League.
Admissions Data (2011):
- Percent of Applicants Admitted: 73%
- What Are Your Chances? (from Cappex.com)
- Average High School GPA: 3.25 (college prep courses only)
- Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
- SAT Critical Reading: 510 / 610
- SAT Math: 510 / 610
- SAT Writing: 490 / 600
- ACT Composite: 23 / 28
- ACT English: 22 / 27
- ACT Math: 23 / 28
Enrollment (2010):
- Total Enrollment: 2,305 (all undergraduate)
- Gender Breakdown: 45% Male / 55% Female
- 97% Full-time
Costs (2011 - 12):
- Tuition and Fees: $35,860
- Books: $850 (why so much?)
- Room and Board: $9,600
- Other Expenses: $1,150
- Total Cost: $47,460
Susquehanna University Financial Aid (2009 - 10):
- Percentage of Students Receiving Aid: 97%
- Susquehanna University Scholarships (Cappex.com)
- Percentage of Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Grants: 96%
- Loans: 81%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Grants: $16,216
- Loans: $5,797
Most Popular Majors:
Accounting, Biology, Business Administration, Communication Studies, Creative Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Psychology
Graduation and Retention Rates:
- First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 83%
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 77%
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 79%
Data Source:
National Center for Educational Statistics
Susquehanna University Mission Statement:
mission statement from http://www.susqu.edu/about/default.asp
"Susquehanna University educates undergraduate students for productive, creative, and reflective lives of achievement, leadership, and service in a diverse and interconnected world."
